SAN ANTONIO — The City of San Antonio is now officially requesting an exemption from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to retain its rainbow-colored crosswalks, arguing the crosswalks have not only become a cultural symbol but also proven to be a public safety benefit.

On Oct. 8., Gov. Greg Abbott ordered municipalities to remove street markings that carry political, social or ideological messaging. Cities that fail to comply after 30 days face the risk of severing contracts with TxDOT and losing out on state funding. The deadline is Friday Nov. 7.

"To keep Texans moving safely and free from distraction, we must maintain a safe and consistent transportation network across Texas," Abbott said in a press release.

While other cities like Houston have removed their rainbow cr

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